New Delhi: Mumbaikars woke up to heavy rain on Monday. Several places are left waterlogged, rain services are disrupted and a holiday has been declared for government and private schools, colleges and the BMC civic body. Rain brings a sigh of relief from the hot pinning weather but it comes with its challenges. The high humidity in the air during the rainy season can lead to a plethora of health conditions ranging from cold, cough, and flu to stomach health issues, and hair and skin problems.
Dr Rinky Kapoor, Consultant Dermatologist, Cosmetic Dermatologist & Dermato-Surgeon, The Esthetic Clinics shared with News9, “During the monsoon, there is a higher risk of waterborne diseases such as cholera and typhoid due to contaminated water sources. The higher humidity levels can trigger asthma and allergies. Cold, cough, flu, viral, and wheezing are common complaints during this season. The stagnant water becomes a breeding ground for mosquitoes, leading to dengue and malaria.”
“Apart from this, many people including children tend to suffer from gastroenteritis which is stomach flu during monsoon. This can lead to symptoms such as diarrhoea, abdominal cramps, nausea, and vomiting. To combat these problems, eat home-cooked food, avoid street food that can get contaminated with bacteria, and drink boiled water. Monsoons are also responsible for a higher number of accidents and injuries such as falls owing to the slippery surface. Furthermore, skin and hair problems can also give a tough time to many people,” added Dr Kapoor.
How does rainwater affect the hair and skin?
Excessive wetness and dryness can leave the hair frizzy, dull and prone to dandruff. Skin and hair care during monsoons can be tricky. Here are pointers on how rain affects the hair and skin health:
• Skin woes: The unpredictable weather during monsoon is known to create havoc on the skin. It can lead to fungal and bacterial infections, acne breakouts, eczema, dry skin, ringworm, folliculitis, boils, dermatitis, `skin rash, and prickly heat problems will be annoying and may need timely attention.
• Hair problems: Dandruff, oily and frizzy hair, itchiness, hair loss, and hair breakage will require timely attention during monsoon. Remember, every individual’s skin and hair requirement is different, it is imperative to seek expert’s help to keep skin and hair problems at bay during monsoon and enjoy the season to its fullest.
During the monsoon, there is a higher risk of waterborne diseases such as cholera and typhoid due to contaminated water sources. The high humidity in the air during the rainy season can lead to a plethora of health conditions ranging from cold, cough, and flu to stomach health issues, and hair and skin problems. Expert shares risk factors for skin and hair Health Conditions Health News: Latest News from Health Care, Mental Health, Weight Loss, Disease, Nutrition, Healthcare
